<ul> <li>Implements curriculum within the established guidelines. </li><li>Nurtures children through purposeful programming dedicated to building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within families. </li><li>Supervises the children, classroom, and all activities including ADA accommodations where appropriate. Follows all procedures and standards. </li><li>Ensures ongoing, systematic observations of individual children and consistently completes Developmental Portfolio. </li><li>Cultivates positive relationships, conducts parent conferences, and maintains effective communication with parents. </li><li>Engages parents as volunteers and connects them to the YMCA. </li><li>Maintains program site and equipment. </li><li>Maintains required program records. </li><li>Must ensure and maintain confidentiality of family, children and staff. </li><li>Supervise and mentor Assistant Teacher and Teacher. </li><li>Assists with administrative duties, supporting the Program Director, problem solving and family/YMCA communication. </li><li>Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training. </li><li>Performs all other duties as assigned. </li></ul> <p>The YMCA Welcomes a Diverse Workforce</p> <p>Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V</p> <p>The Gateway Region YMCA strictly follows a zero tolerance policy regarding child abuse.</p> <ul> <li>Must be at least 21 years of age </li><li>Must hold Bachelor's Degree </li><li>Must meet MOA or NAEYC Educational standards of a minimum of 9 credit hours in early childhood education courses or equivalent </li><li>Possess at least 3 years of experience in child care </li><li>Ability to relate to children, families, branch staff members and volunteers </li></ul> <p>Full Compensation Package (when applicable):</p> <ul> <li>Health Insurance </li><li>Dental and Vision Insurance </li><li>403(b) Retirement Savings </li><li>Retirement fund of 12% per pay period after 2 years of full time employment </li><li>Tuition reimbursement </li><li>20% Discount on tuition at Missouri Baptist University </li><li>Free household membership to YMCA nationwide </li><li>Discounts on YMCA programs </li><li>Discounts on YMCA Childcare </li></ul>